On a lush planet known as Mobius, life was every where. Beautiful green trees, vast plains, sparkling blue oceans, it was a paradise planet to be sure. One day, a group of explorers in the north-eastern part of Mobius ventured out from their small village. Resources were beginning to run too low for the village to stay there. The group was led by a male chipmunk with the last name of Acorn. He set out with a group of twenty Mobians all of different species such as hawks, bears, echidnas, armadillos, and other chipmunks to find new land to settle on.

Their journey was long and rough climbing over mountains that nearly reached the clouds, crossing over scorching hot deserts, and building a ship in order to sail over oceans. Accidents had happened to the crew and they had lost five good souls to this expedition. They spent a week on the ship and were running low on supplies, and the rest of the crew were getting irritated. Most of them believed that there was no place to settle. However, Acorn stood strong and encouraged them to not give up hope.

After the week of sailing, they saw something in the horizon. They finally found land. The crew cheered happily and Acorn looked as he if was ready to cry. They made it to shore to find something none of them had ever seen before. A tribe of foxes were on the shore fishing. They wore only small pieces of cloths to cover up certain parts of their bodies. They were startled by this ship sailing in from the sea and fled into the woods. The party landed with Acorn leading them and pleaded the foxes to come out. He swore to them they were not here to cause any trouble, and told them of their plight. An elder male fox came forth with two others as guards.

He listened to their troubles and agreed to help them. The elder took the team in the forest and showed them a plot of land that was suited for living on. Rich soil for farming, a beautiful river flowing freely, and plenty of trees for lumber. Acorn told the elder that they would need to cut down trees to build shelter for them. The tribe were outraged by this yet the elder understood. He said that they could use as many trees as needed but also told him to plant one branch from the trees they use so that they could grow into more trees. The elder warned Acorn that nature had a delicate balance and that it must be kept in check. Acorn agreed to the terms and sent five Mobians of his team of fifteen to return to their village and tell them the good news.

The five sailed off with fresh food and water for the trip. Acorn and the remaining members of his expedition stayed and began constructing using the tools they brought from their village. The fox tribe only watched as they cut down tree after tree for their shelter. Yet Acorn made sure the first thing done to the trees was that a branch was removed to be replanted. However, the problem was that they lacked the knowledge to do so. Acorn asked the elder for help on this. The elder smiled, happy to see that the traveler wanted to keep his word. He showed Acorn and his team how to replant trees and to say a small blessing for it to grow strong. The place to plant them was far, but Acorn was determined to keep his word.

Months passed and the team had successfully built a village for them and those coming from their old village. Acorn had also kept their word and planted a branch for every tree they cut down. Soon, the ship arrived after what seemed like eternity. The team was so happy that their family and friends would finally join them. However, they're mood was soured when they discovered the grim truth. Three of the five sent were dead and so was half of the village. Acorn's wife made it but barely and the fox tribe quickly came to their aid with herbs and medicines to treat those who needed them. Stricken by grief, Acorn felt at a loss. He knew that if they had stayed, they all would have perished yet many still did due to the choice he made. The elder put a hand on his shoulder and said:

"The right choice is often the hardest one to choose." Acorn knew that he was right yet still felt distraught over the whole ordeal. The elder then told him he had to stay strong for his people.

"Give a name to this accomplishment you and your team have done. As a tribute to those have fallen and hope for those who still live." Acorn looked at the village they had constructed and saw many Mobians happy and sad at what had transpired. He stood tall and looked at every thing around him. A name for this village was what was needed.

"Mobotropolis."

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"This is how our fair town was founded," an old male owl spoke to his class. The class looked half asleep from the story. The class room had a square foundation with sixteen chairs and desks for the students to use. The windows were all open to let in fresh air on a cloudless day. Sitting in the back of the class room and closest to the door was a female chipmunk with brown fur and red hair. She wore a blue vest with a white under shirt. Much to everyone surprise is that she doesn't like wearing dresses so she uses pants. Her black pair reached down all the way to her blue boots. She was staring at the door, not really caring too much about the lesson.

"Who can tell me how long ago that was?" asked the owl. Only one hand reached up towards the ceiling. It belonged to a male fox with two tails wearing a white shirt and blue pants with brown boots. "Yes Miles Prower?" The fox stood up.

"This took place 274 years ago and please call me Tails."

"Sorry. I'm surprised you didn't know the answer Sally," the owl spoke to the female chipmunk. Sally remained lost in thought and didn't hear him. The owl grabs a ruler and walks over to her desk and slams it down. Sally jolts awake and looks at the teacher.

"What?" she asks still surprised by the slam.

"Please pay attention in class," the owl said sternly. "After all, history is important." The bell rings. "That is all for today." The students leave expect for Tail who waits for Sally. She stands up, grabs her things and leaves with Tails.

"You zoned out again today," he said as they walk down the hall. Windows and doors were placed in a pattern all the way down.

"Yeah well the history lesson isn't something that I need to learn here too," she replied. "My dad keeps drumming that part of history into my head."

"Ouch double lessons. You must be having so much fun," Tails joked. A smile appears on Sally's face.

"Oh so much fun," Sally replied happily. They each have a small laugh.

"So what were you day dreaming about?" Tails asked.

"Nothing really. Just really don't like history but then again who would when it gets drummed into your head every day at home."

"I suppose. I don't have that problem at my house."

"Count yourself lucky," Sally said with a sigh. They reach the front doors of the school and step out to see a bustling town nearly the size of a city. Mobians going about their business happily, kids playing in the street, it was picture perfect. Yet Sally couldn't help but sigh.

"You okay?" Tails asked with a concern in his voice.

"Yeah I'm fine Tails," she said with a smile. "Now then, how about we head to your place for awhile."

"Actually I'm going to see my uncle today," Tails replied.

"Oh," Sally said sadly.

"Sorry but my uncle wanted to see me about something today and he says it's very important."

"No Tails it's okay," Sally stated.

"Don't want to go home?" Tails asked curiously.

"*sigh* We are having dinner with the Rose family and I really don't want to be there." Tails now fully understood the situation.

"Does that mean 'she' will be there?" he asked in horror.

"Sadly yes and I'm looking for a way out of it," Sally continued. "Is there any way I can come with you?"

"I don't know," Tails said almost in thought. "I mean, we could go there and if he says you need to leave, by the time you get back the dinner should be over."

"I'll take anything," Sally pleaded.

"Then let's give it a try," Tails said with some enthusiasm. They begin the walk towards the exit of town and enter the forest. The trees tower over them and look like they could touch the sky. Sally took a deep breath of fresh air and basked in the glory of the atmosphere around her.

"I love coming out here," she said actually sounding happy.

"It is very tranquil isn't it?" Tails asked.

"Oh yes. I don't know why but I feel so alive out here." Soon the two reach a area with huts here.

"It is good to be home," Tails said with a smile. They saw fox children playing and running while some adults were going around doing errands. Tails and Sally approached one of the larger huts.

"I see that you have returned" spoke a kind elderly voice. Sally and Tails turn towards the source to find a old male dark brown fox with brown eyes wearing a tan leather robe. He has a tall walking staff to aid him in movement.

"Uncle Merlin," Tails said happily. He ran up and gave a big hug to his uncle. Sally bows before Merlin before rising.

"It is good to see you in good health Elder Merlin," she said with a smile.

"And you as well Sally," Merlin said with a kind smile. "Come inside." He leads them in his hut and offers them a seat. Sally sits down and so does Tails. "I take it you are here to learn more about our culture and that those of our neighbors?"

"While I do enjoy the lessons you share that isn't the case today," Sally replied. "I'm just spending time with Tails."

"I see," Merlin said. "However, I'm afraid that I must cut your time short. I have something important to discuss with young Tails and it is a family matter." Sally nods her head.

"I understand." She stands up and bows before she leaves. Sally heads back into the forest alone at a slow pace to stall for more time. The sun had nearly set before she actually made it back to the village.

Perfect, she thought happily. No stuffy dinner with the Rose family tonight.

"Sally!" called out a familiar voice. She turns towards it to see a armadillo with a red shell wearing a white tunic, brown boots and gloves run towards her.

"Mighty? Why are you in such a rush?"

"Because your father has been worried sick about you," he explained.

"I was just with Tails," she replied. "Nothing to get worried about."

"You do know that you were suppose to have a family dinner tonight with the Rose family right?" he asks. Sally widens her eyes to appear shocked and slaps her forehead.

"I completely forgot," she feigned being surprised. "Oh man, Daddy is going to have a fit."

"Then you better rush on home," Mighty suggested. She bolted as fast as she could to go along with the act. She didn't even say good bye to Mighty as she cruised down the streets of the town. She then came to a large yet simple house and burst through the door. While catching her breath, a male chipmunk was in the entry way wearing a blue night robe.

"Look who decided to show up," he said with a disappointed tone.

"Daddy I'm really sorry that I missed dinner," Sally sincerely apologized. "It slipped my mind and I lost track of time with Tails."

"No excuses young lady," he said fiercely. "You known about this dinner for two weeks. I also reminded you about it three days ago."

"But I was at-"

"No buts. Nicole!" A brown female lynx dressed as a maid comes in from the kitchen.

"Yes Sir Maximilian?" she asked as she bowed.

"Escort Sally to her room," Maximilian said with a stern voice. "She is grounded for a week. That means you come home right away after school."

"Dad that isn't fair," Sally whined.

"Neither was you missing the dinner. Now go to your room!" Sally pouted.

"Dad," she whined again.

"March!" he shouted. Sally flinches but gives in. She heads towards the stairs further back with Nicole escorting her. They take a left and enter the first door on the right. It was a fairly sized room with white and blue sheets and blankets on the single bed in the corner. She had a mid-sized desk in the opposite corner of the bed and drawers for her clothes.

"Even though he doesn't show it," Nicole spoke softly. "he was sincerely worried about you."

"I'm sure he was," Sally said in a huff.

"Lady Sa-"

"Please Nicole just call me Sally or Sal alright," Sally interrupted. "I don't like being called Lady by anyone."

"I'm sorry." Nicole takes a apologetic bow. Sally sighs.

"It's alright," she said with a calmer voice. "He's just. . . .just so suffocating. He flips out over a small dinner."

"Well he is the mayor after all," Nicole said as she places a comforting hand on Sally's shoulder. "He has a lot on his plate. Of course he doesn't want me to share with you his troubles but he does have his fair share." Silence filled the room.

"But over a small dinner like that?" Sally questioned.

"Maybe he had alternative motives for that dinner," Nicole suggested.

"Like setting me up with that son of theirs?" Sally said in a depressing matter. She then walked over to her bed and fell face first into her pillow.

"Honestly I don't know but I don't think he would seeing how you two don't get along," Nicole said in an effort to cheer up Sally. Sally turns over on her bed and stares blankly at the ceiling.

"He doesn't even try to listen to me," she complains. "He only cares that I listen to him." Nicole walks over and sits on the bed.

"Yes I do agree with you on that," she says quietly. "I also think he should pay more attention to what you want." This finally brought a smile to Sally.

"Thanks Nicole. Whenever we have these talks, I always feel better." Nicole smiles back.

"I'm glad to hear that."

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Tails and his uncle were walking through the forest at sunset. They had waited to leave until one of their scouts had told them that Sally made it back to the town.

"So what is so important you have to tell me Uncle?" Tails asks curiously.

"Young Tails, I know that you go to that strange place to learn more about the world," Merlin spoke clearly.

"School Uncle," said Tails.

"And your choice was a wise one I think," Merlin continued. "After all, our area is only a small part of the world. We are unaware of other places."

"We are mainly told about where the first settlers came from 274 years ago," Tails said.

"Ah yes," Merlin spoke with a hint of disappointment. Tails looked concerned.

"Is something wrong Uncle?"

"I must ask something of you," Merlin said with a serious voice. "That you tell no one what I'm about to tell and show you." Before Tails could ask what his uncle meant, they came to an arch way made from two trees linking together at the top. The rest of the trees were as tall as the eye could see yet these two weren't even a quarter of that size. Merlin stepped through and waited for Tails on the other side. He took one step into the arch way and was flowing with energy. It was so much that he fell on his hands and knees catching his breath.

"What. . .was that?" he asked in awe of this energy.

"This is the Sacred Grove," Merlin spoke with a soft tone. "Spirits are strong here and allow the area to grow full of life." Tails makes it to his feet and began to gaze at his surroundings. The grass seemed to be greener, the flowers bursting at the seems with life, the trees had a sense of they could stand up against tornadoes and hurricanes, everything was more colorful and beautiful. Tails took it all in.

"This is incredible," Tails spoke in astonishment. "I mean, why haven't I been told about this place before?"

"All of our tribe knows of this place," Merlin said as he began to walk again. Tails quickly follows him. "I actually wanted to show this to you sooner."

"Why haven't you Uncle?" Tails asked earnestly.

"Some of our tribe feel that you have betrayed us by going to this school place," spoke Merlin, "and that you shouldn't have the honor to know about this place. However, I feel this is short sighted as you are going to be the next elder in time." Tails stopped in his tracks.

"You. . .want me?" he asked in shock. "Me to be the next elder?"

"I think you are more than qualified for the task," Merlin said with pride towards Tails. "You have decided to learn more about the world in going to that school. Knowledge is a powerful asset and necessary to lead the tribe."

"I. . .well I would be honored," Tails said happily.

"All that in due time," Merlin said. They soon arrived at a river with crystal clear water. It was almost like liquid sapphire the way it sparkled. To their right, the base of a mighty mountain with a cave near the river.

"Is this where I train to be an elder Uncle?" Tails asks as he gazes at the scenery.

"No. Here is where the last Guardian of the Mountain dwells." A loud yawn like roar comes from the cave and Tails jumps back.

"W-What was that?" he asks, frightened by the sound.

"Fear not child," Merlin said calmly. "He will do you no harm." Footsteps comes from the cave. Louder and louder they grew as Tails hid behind Merlin. Out steps a creature with fluffy, dark blue fur with white tips on his quills. Long arms stretch out as if waking up from a nap with sharp claws on the end of his fingers and toes. A loud yawn echos out as he finishes his stretch and turns his gaze at his guests. His clear emerald eyes show no sign of hostility.

"Hey Gramps how are you?" the creature asks casually. Tails is taken aback by the statement and looks dumbfounded.

"I am doing fine," Merlin said with a smile. "I've come by to introduce you to my nephew." Tails nervously steps out from behind his uncle.

"H-Hello there," Tails stutters to find his words.

"Shy much?" the creature asks.

"I'm sorry but I've never met anyone like you," Tails explained.

"No surprise seeing how I'm one of a kind," the creature says as he sat down.

"Tails," Merlin spoke out, "I introduce to you Sonic, the last Werehog."

"Last?" Tails blurts out. Sonic smiles.

"I wasn't kidding when I said I was one of a kind."